What does it take to bridge groundbreaking science, clinical medicine and global biotech innovation?

Dr. Li-ming Gan is a physician scientist, professor and CEO of Ribocure Pharmaceuticals, where he leads the development of next-generation RNA therapeutics.

With more than 20 years of experience from AstraZeneca, where he held senior leadership roles in cardiovascular, renal and metabolism R&D, Li-Ming has been at the forefront of translating scientific discoveries into clinical breakthroughs.

Alongside his work in the pharmaceutical industry, he has continued his academic research work as supervisor and professor at the University of Gothenburg and clinical work at Ribocure clinic.

Today, through Ribocure, he is helping shape the future of innovative RNA-based therapies on a global scale.

In this episode we talk innovation, leadership and how to reach ikigai.

Learn more about Ribocure.

🎙️ Production credits

Guest: Li-ming Gan, CEO, Ribocure

Host: Jamie Smith

Editorial lead & episode development: Elin von Vultée Widtfelt

Post-production, sound & video: Nils Björquist

Artwork: Ella Smith Ygfeldt

Technical production support: JIRE Productions AB

Produced by Jamie Smith Communications AB

What lies behind a career dedicated to improving healthcare through data?

From growing up in Bosnia and Herzegovina during wartime to building a successful career in Sweden, Aldina Pivodic’s story is one of resilience, courage and determination.

Today, she is CEO and founder of APNC, a fast-growing consultancy at the forefront of medical statistics and life science research.

With an MSc in Mathematics and a PhD from Sahlgrenska Academy, Aldina Pivodic has spent over two decades working across academia, pharma and medtech - applying advanced statistical methods in medical research and developing and validating algorithms for clinical decision support tools, to improve patient outcomes.

In this episode, we talk resilience, ambition and the role of statistics in shaping the future of healthcare.

Learn more about APNC Sweden AB here.

🎙️ Production credits

Guest: Aldina Pivodic, CEO & Founder, APNC Sweden AB

Host: Jamie Smith

Editorial lead & episode development: Elin von Vultée Widtfelt

Post-production, sound & video: Nils Björquist

Artwork: Ella Smith Ygfeldt

Technical production support: JIRE Productions AB

Produced by Jamie Smith Communications AB

Professor Ann-Marie Wennberg Larkö is a pioneer in Swedish healthcare and truly embodies the fusion of visionary leadership and compassionate care.

As the former CEO of Sahlgrenska University Hospital, she led one of Northern Europe’s largest hospitals through a transformative era—embracing digitalization, AI, and innovation while never losing sight of the human experience in care.

In this conversation, we dive into what it means to lead with heart in complex systems, the role of research and innovation in shaping tomorrow’s healthcare, and why collaboration between academia, industry, and clinical practice is the only way forward.

We also explore the importance of leadership with the right expertise, courage, and vision to implement change—especially in a system under financial and academic pressure.

Ann-Marie shares insights from her broad experience as a professor, physician, policy advisor, and changemaker—highlighting why West Sweden is a region to watch on the global health stage.